Psychiatry & Behavioral Health

Evita Persaud, PsyD

Psychologist

St. Petersburg

  • Accepting new patients
About Evita Persaud, PsyD

Dr. Evita Persaud is a licensed clinical psychologist dedicated to providing warm, collaborative, and evidence-based care. She earned her Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) in Clinical Psychology from Xavier University in 2022 and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Florida graduate, where she graduated cum laude.

Dr. Persaud’s areas of expertise include anxiety and panic disorders, chronic illness self-management, eating and body image concerns, emotion dysregulation, relationship and interpersonal functioning, adolescent and emerging adult development, and women’s health concerns. She utilizes evidence-based behavioral interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.

Dr. Persaud’s approach is rooted in both reflection and practical action. She works collaboratively with patients to create personalized, solution-focused treatment plans that empower them to set clear goals, track progress, and build effective coping skills. Her goal is for each person to feel informed, supported, and confident in their ability to create lasting, meaningful change.

When she’s not caring for patients, Dr. Persaud enjoys painting and sketching, cooking savory dishes, and reading historical memoirs and thrillers.

College
  • University of Florida
    Gainesville, FL
    Bachelor of Science, cum laude
  • Xavier Univeristy
    Cincinnati, OH
    Master of Art in Psychology
Medical Education
  • Xavier University
    Cincinnati, OH
    Doctor of Psychology
Internship/Residency
  • Florida International University Counseling and Psychological Services Center
    Miami, FL
    Health Service Psychology Internship
Fellowships
  • University of South Florida's Tampa Counseling Center and University of South Florida's St. Petersburg Wellness Center
    Tampa, FL
    Post-Doctoral Fellowship
Certifications
  • Licensed Psychologist
Professional Associations
  • Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies
  • American Psychological Association
Honors
  • Dean's List - University of Florida
Scope of Services
  • Psychological assessment and screening
  • Behavioral interventions and solution-focused therapies:
    • Cognitive behavioral therapy
    • Acceptance and commitment therapy
    • Dialectical behavioral therapy
  • Behavioral health consultation/care coordination
  • Psychoeducational workshops
  • Anxiety and panic disorders
  • Chronic illness self-management
  • Psychophysiology
  • Eating and body image concerns
  • Emotion dysregulation & distress intolerance
  • Relationship and interpersonal functioning
  • Adolescent and emerging adult development
  • Women’s health concerns

St. Petersburg 700 6th Street South, St. Petersburg, FL 33701  3rd Floor

St. Petersburg

700 6th Street South
St. Petersburg, FL 33701

3rd Floor


Testimonials

I am so glad and thankful I got to meet Dr Persaud. We've been meeting for seven months and since day 1 she has always been welcoming, understanding and relatable. She speaks in approachable way which has helped me feel comfortable during our meetings. She listens without judgement and has helped me see situations from perspectives I never knew existed. She taught me ways to work on what I'm going through and took the time to explain exposure therapy in a way i could understand. I am very grateful for her guidance, patience and support. She has helped me learn so much about myself and I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring and understanding therapist. ... Read More +
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